organizing the convent (Zatta). The nunnery offered her much freedom. But‚ this liberty led to many temptations (Power 59). First‚ luxury and independence tempted many (Power 60). Some also were tempted to "rule like an autocrat‚ instead of consulting [their] sisters" (Power 60). For an example‚ many complained that the prioress kept the common seal in her own custody (Power 64). Lastly‚ the rules forbid her to express favoritism (Power 60). Often‚ the prioress invited nuns to dine with her
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Among the reading assignments‚ the chapter “Who Owns the Past?” in Dangerous Game by MacMillan piqued my interest to elaborate on. In this chapter‚ she emphasizes that history is written by many historians who have their own views‚ interpretations‚ and biases. In this regard‚ she implies that we should not simply believe in what historians claim‚ but dig into its sources and figure out from many perspectives. There are many ‘bad’ history produced by historians without offering a wide range of views
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‘The main reason for conservative dominance in the years 1951 to 1964 was labour disunity’ Assess the validity of this view. (June 2011) Labour disunity was a huge contributing factor as to why the conservatives were able to dominate from 1951 to 1964. However‚ there are also other factors that assisted conservative dominance. Whether that be conservative strengths‚ good timing‚ the end of austerity or their handle on public opinion‚ all factors contributed to the dominant years. However‚ how long
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edition) OR Jane Eyre –Charlotte Bronte (Macmillan abridged version) * Students will be tested on “The Village by the Sea’’ or ‘Jane Eyre” at the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination. * School Based Assessment must be done by the teachers on one of the following novels suggested for reading for enjoyment. Les Miserables –Victor Hugo (Macmillan abridged version) Great Expectations –Charles Dickens (Macmillan abridged version) Huckleberry Finn –Mark Twain (Macmillan abridged version) Short Stories and
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be to check how far tasks reflect real life uses of the same text. If a text is used in class in ways that are reasonably similar to real life‚ it is likely that the task will be effective” (Learning Teaching‚ Third edition 2011‚ Jims Scrivener‚ Macmillan) But‚ most of all‚ this entire article is perfect for a reading activity‚ as the topic enables great discussions/productive skill extensions. Part 2: Receptive skill task design Lead In: I think a good starting point for this lesson would
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(2008) The study skills handbook. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 378.170281 COT Northedge‚ A. (2005) The good study guide. Glasgow: Open University Press. 378.170281 NOR Payne‚ E. and Whittaker‚ L. (2006) Developing essential study skills. Harlow: Financial Times Prentice Hall. 378.170281 PAY Books for mature students Becker‚ L.M. (2009) The mature student’s handbook. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 378.1980941 BEC Dawson‚ C. (2006) The
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for his fourteen points‚ whether or not Americans wanted to harshly punish Germany and if the government was willing to fight wars. This investigation will be conducted by using online‚ written and primary sources including Paris 1919 by Margaret Macmillan‚ The First World War by Hew Strachan and Woodrow Wilson: World Statesman by Kendrick A. Clements. Part B (Summary of Evidence) How much support Wilson had received for his fourteen points
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the epic of Gilgamesh is open for both adaptation and interpretation by comparing the versions of this epic by Yusef Komunyakaa and by Stephen Mitchell. First the meanings of the words adaptation and interpretation will be given. According to Macmillan Dictionary adaptation means: “A film‚
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Figurative Language versus Literal Language Maurice Mayo Sonja Sheffield Critical Thinking 1/25/13 It is important for one who speaks figuratively to take in consideration the audience might not be able to fully follow or understand them completely. Although figurative language can be entertaining‚ it can be interpreted in a way other that what was intended. Therefore‚ it will need some explanation. The word “idiom” is an expression whose meaning is not literally what’s said‚ but it is
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8million people are currently living with cancer in England. This is set to grow to 3million by 2030 (UK Department of Health‚ Macmillan Cancer Support & NHS Improvement‚ 2013). This can be largely attributed to an increased prevalence of unhealthy lifestyles. Advancements in treatment and early diagnosis means that 40% are not expected to die from the disease (Macmillan Cancer Support‚ 2013). 50% are expected to live beyond five years compared to only 28% in the early 1970s (Gordon-Dseagu‚ 2006)
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